In 1986, a group of beverage managers initiated a meeting, and with them a shared vision to form an association for the bartenders in the industry. Despite their heavy commitment at work, they still meet up and the objectives were written and the most exhausting procedural constitution was drafted. It was not all that easy with obstacles to clear but the association's name was selected and applied. The office site came from the blessing of the Singapore Hotel Association which has since been the main reason for the exsistence of the association. Recruitment of members was done and the Management Committee was formed.